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Must have 2 years exp. in Autism, Mental Health , Behavior De escalation
Autism Support Technician - Direct Support Professional (DSP)
Autism Society of North Carolina is currently hiring for a part-time advanced Autism Support Professional (DSP) to assist individuals with autism in reaching their personal goals in the Asheville area. This position earns a competitive wage.
Do you need a flexible schedule that will work around your busy lifestyle as a parent or college student? If yes, this is a great part-time opportunity for you!
In addition to competitive pay and our welcoming culture, we offer our Autism Support Professionals the following benefits (*for staff working 20 hours per week):
WHY OUR EMPLOYEES LOVE WORKING WITH US:
"Every single person that you come into contact with makes you feel welcome, which provides a sense of comfort and acceptance, even if you have never met before. It helps you feel like you fit into this family and you are where you’re meant to be... all the supervisors help you be the best professional you can possibly be... they always have your back."
FLEXIBLE PART-TIME WORK SCHEDULE
This part-time DSP position has set schedule.
DAY-TO-DAY
As an advanced-level Autism Support Professional/DSP, you build relationships with participants, then use that bond to help them enhance their lives. Whether it's helping them make choices, gain life skills, learn to better communicate, or find and be successful in a job, you are there for whatever they need. You provide support in participants' homes and out in the community. Following their individual treatment plan, you help them reach goals that may include developing social interaction skills, positive behavior management, self-care, and self-direction.
But you're not in it alone. You have an entire network of resources to ensure you are able to provide the best services possible. You participate in treatment planning and progress assessment meetings, cross-train with other autism support professionals, keep careful records, follow basic assurances of health and safety, and collaborate with supervisors and administrative staff. You end each day feeling rewarded seeing the people you serve make strides toward a more independent life!
ABOUT AUTISM SOCIETY OF NORTH CAROLINA
Our mission is to improve the lives of individuals with autism, support their families, and educate communities. We strive to be the trusted partner for all people with autism as they lead fulfilling lives, be as independent as possible, and achieve their goals and dreams. Our support is always founded on respect and value for the unique individuals we serve. This is why we provide services that are tailored to their individual needs. Not only are we helping to improve their lives, but they are also improving ours!
When you join our team, you become part of a force for good that is bigger than you. Each team member brings their unique talents and abilities to the table, and we all learn from each other. Our culture is welcoming and supportive because we want to help our employees succeed just as much as we want to help the individuals we serve.
OUR IDEAL AUTISM SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
REQUIREMENTS FOR AN AUTISM SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
If you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our team in this part-time DSP role!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 25 per week
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Work Location: In person
Part Time
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$30k-33k (estimate)
03/04/2024
06/30/2024
autismsociety-nc.org
MONCURE, NC
100 - 200
1970
DAVID YELL
$10M - $50M
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The Autism Society of North Carolina (ASNC) improves the lives of individuals with autism, supports their families, and educates communities. ASNC is the leading statewide resource organization serving people across the autism spectrum throughout their lifespan. We understand the challenges of the autism community because we work with individuals on the autism spectrum and their families every day. We offer advocacy, training and education, and direct care. We have a statewide network of resources, connecting individuals with autism and their families to life-changing programs and supports una...vailable anywhere else.
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